The Shortfin Mako Shark • Scientific name: Isurus oxyrinchus • Fastest shark in the world: up to 50 mph • Largest brain to body ratios of all sharks • Average size: 10', 350 lb. • Weight Record: 1,300 lbs. • Length Record: 14' 6" • One of only four known warm-blooded sharks • 30 year lifespan | Mako Boats

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FOLLOW → @picktheclip ← No problem! This video captures the true speed of a shark in open water — a streamlined predator built for sudden acceleration, quick turns, and ambush strikes. Sharks like the shortfin mako can reach speeds up to 45 mph, making them one of the fastest marine animals on the planet. It’s not just about speed — it’s precision. Their entire body is designed to minimize drag, conserve energy, and deliver power where it counts. Blink, and you’ll miss the moment the ocean shift